SENIOR IT PROJECT MANAGER

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Job Description

WSP is a global leader in engineering and professional services. We pride ourselves on delivering
innovative solutions to our clients and maintaining a robust IT operation to support our
employees worldwide. To ensure due diligence in project planning, selection, and execution in
helping WSP to achieve its mission and strategic objectives, we are seeking a talented and
experienced Leader to oversee operational governance and communication aspects of the IT
PMO within the PMO organization.

With over 70,000 talented people in 566 offices across the Globe, we engineer projects that will
help societies grow for lifetimes to come

The Senior Project Manager will report to the Programme Manager or to the HUB IT PMO
Director. You will be responsible managing and controlling all aspects of your project in
accordance with a defined framework and tool set. You could oversee Project Managers projects
and be a point of escalation where you have a direct report. You will also work with your HUB
Portfolio Manager, business leads and various stakeholders ultimately accountable to the HUB IT
PMO Director.

Responsibilities

The Senior Project Manager, IT PMO is responsible for:

• Overseeing complex single-stream projects.
• Point of escalation for some projects.
• Coaching and supporting project managers and project controllers.
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders
  and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Work directly with customers to ensure deliverables fall within scope, budget and timeline.
  Ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress.
• Ensure the coordination and completion of projects on time, within budget and within
  scope.
• Manage changes to the project scope, schedule and costs.
• Coordinate internal resources, 3rd party suppliers and delivery partners as required.
• Ensure risks and issues are addressed throughout the project lifecycle.
• Adhere to governance as defined within the PMO process.
• Produce project status management reports.
• Ensure project documentation is produced and maintained.
• Interface with the wider global IT Organisation and global IT PMO as necessary e.g. for
  Design
• Work within the company's financial processes.
• Engage with stakeholders as required.
• Working outside of normal working hours where project delivery requires it.
• Always adhering to WSP Health and Safety standards

Qualifications

Required

• A relevant program/project management qualification preferred (e.g. PRINCE Practitioner,
  PMP) would be preferred.
• PFQ, PMQ
• ITIL v3 Foundation as a minimum, preference for certification in one of more of the
  following: Service Strategy, Service Design, Service Transition, Service Operation, Continual
  Service Improvement.
• Practical knowledge of methodologies and frameworks: Lean, six-sigma, Agile. PMI-ACP

  Experience with and strong knowledge of governance frameworks

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Other Requirements

• MS Project Experience.
• Excellent written and spoken English is required.
• Must be able to work independently and collaborate effectively with peers and leaders.
• Proven working experience in project management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be a proactive self-starter who can also work effectively in a team environment.
• Must be detail oriented with good organisational skills and capable of multi-tasking.
• Attention to detail and the ability to unblock complex problems.
• Effective use of Office 365.
• Developing and tracking budgets.
• Act as a professional ambassador for the IT PMO Organisation

About Us

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!

In today's world it's important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.

To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important - whether that's for your families, friends, or yourself.

Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity?

We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP's Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.

Health & Wellbeing?

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.

Flex your time?

For improved work life balance, WSP offers the "WSP Hour" which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development?

We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that's why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that's chartership, training or mentoring.

APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.